This Savor & Bliss Wellness Retreat, hosted by Everybody Bend Yoga in conjunction with Season Tours, offers you an opportunity to tour parts of Iceland’s south and the Golden Circle, and to savor amazing foods, see incredible landscapes, and embark on unique adventures, while incorporating much needed time to reset and recharge. We will settle into the bliss of solitude, community, gentle wake-up and restorative evening wind-down movements, and the cleansing properties of Iceland while basking in its pure and expansive environment. 

This experience is for anyone 18 years and older – solo travelers who are seasoned or brand new, couples who want to reconnect, or friends/family members who want to make memories together. You do not need any experience in movement (yoga or hiking) though we will embark on low-to-moderate hiking journeys that cover uneven terrain and the occasional steep ascent. We will have the opportunity to start most mornings with gentle “wake up” movement and will enjoy several evenings with nourishing restorative movement or nidra to settle the nervous system and unwind from the day. Additionally, opportunities to soak in thermal pools/hot tubs, see the Northern Lights, ride Icelandic horses, enjoy amazing hikes and scenery, eat fantastic food will be available. Everything is optional, so if you require time away from others, a nap, or a cozy corner with a book and a blanket – please take it! 

Our guide and chauffeur is Tyffi, a former chef and restaurant owner, who owns a petite travel company and is just an amazing human. He will share folklore, interesting Icelandic cultural information, take us to the best bakeries, and show us what Iceland’s south has to offer. Tyffi is also a master at pointing out the nearest bathrooms, which is often an overlooked tour guide skill. Together, he and Alissa have curated an unforgettable adventure for you! 

There is a fair bit of time spent in a van traveling through winding roads. If you are impacted by motion, determine if this will be the most comfortable experience for you. It is possible that not all dietary requirements can be accommodated, though we will do our best, so please plan accordingly. Because of the close quarters, it would be difficult for this to be a pleasant experience if anyone is a smoker. Lastly, there is a gentle request for quiet introspection throughout the experience. This means engaging in silent time to disengage from technology and slowly awaken to the noise of the day. While this is not mandatory, it is deeply encouraged and while you may not choose to embark on this practice, please be respectful of those who do.  

 You're in good hands with Alissa, your nourishing, stretchy, movement guide and bakery connoisseur. Owner of Everybody Bend Yoga and The Nest Retreat House, Alissa is a long-time weightlifter who came to the mat in hopes of gaining  range of motion, calming the mind and achieving physical and mental balance. Yoga entered Alissa's life in 2008, and in 2015, Alissa became a registered yoga instructor, the same year Everybody Bend Yoga opened. Now, Alissa has added personal trainer, nutrition specialist, Peter Hess sound massage practitioner, and wellness coach to their list of services. By day, Alissa is a full-time sociology professor and world traveler and hopes to bring humor, joy, perspective, and pastries to your experience on this wellness retreat adventure.

Website: www.everybodybend.com 

March 11, 2028

Usually an overnight flight from the U.S. Just make sure you arrive by March 16 at the earliest and by 9 a.m. on March 17th at the latest.

March 12, 2028

Arriving in Reykjavik the day prior to our tour allows you to settle in, see the city, and get a good night's rest. We will meet for a welcome dinner at 6:00 p.m., You will also have time to do the following - at your arrangement and expense: 

· Sky Lagoon option from Reykjavik (book/travel on own)

·  Blue Lagoon option from Reykjavik (book/travel on own)

·  Icelandic Phallological museum (tickets purchased at museum) 

·  Eyemazy Iris Scan (walk-ins only – prices vary)

· Wake Up Reykjavik foodie tour

March 13-18, 2028

We will be picked up by Tyffi with Season Tours at 9 a.m. on March 13 and continue the adventure. Our first day of travel will end with an optional relax and reset class to stretch out after travel. 

On this journey, we will tour the South Coast, enjoy waterfalls, hike glaciers and black sand beaches, explore lava tubes, ride Icelandic horses, swim, soak in outdoor hot tubs, visit a geothermal bakery, tour the Golden Circle, chase the northern lights, and so much more! The itinerary is left general (so you will not get a day-by-day list before departure) to keep your expectations and our schedule flexible, and to keep the wonder of adventure alive. You will not be disappointed!

Most days will look like this: 

7:00a   Transport to Yoga Studio/Gentle Wake Up Movement (30-45 min.)

Breakfast | Get Ready for the Day

9:00a     Depart for our day of adventures in Iceland

4:00/5:00p    Return to Hotel – Dinner may be together or at leisure  

Relax Day

We will have one relax day with no touring where you can sleep in, hike around the hotel, go into town, possibly get a massage, go to the swimming pool, and horseback riding will be scheduled on this day.

Massages 

These are available in Reykjavik and possibly on our tour. 

Horseback riding – This is an add-on available at check out.

Hotel

With the exception of your arrival hotel and departure hotel, we will be staying at the same hotel all the nights we are on tour. This means you can unpack and get settled. Our hotel is a fabulous 3-star boutique hotel with great Northern Lights spotting opportunities.

Meals

Breakfast will be served daily and we will have two group meals. Lunch will be on your own as will several dinners to allow you to try different cuisines and socialize how you'd like.

March 19, 2028

After a restful evening, enjoy breakfast at your chosen hotel, take your hotel shuttle to Keflavik Airport, and wave good-bye to Iceland!